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Tasty polenta cake ideas

Polenta cake isn't just great for those following a gluten-free diet, the ingredient goes perfectly in sweet bakes for a golden, crumbly consistency.

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Polenta is great to add to cakes, firstly as a gluten-free alternative to flour, or alongside flour to give a gorgeous, golden crumble. Try some of these tasty polenta cakes from lemon and blueberry bites, to savoury muffins.

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Lemon and Blueberry Polenta Cake

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Looking for a delicious gluten-free treat to serve up at tea-time? Look no further than this lemon and blueberry cake recipe.

Recipe: Lemon and Blueberry Polenta Cake

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Coconut and Orange Polenta Cake

Polenta Cake recipe
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Enjoy a taste of the tropical with this yummy cake.

Recipe: Coconut and Orange Polenta Cake

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Pancetta and polenta muffins

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Polenta adds wonderful texture to these savoury muffins.

Recipe: Pancetta and polenta muffins

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Almond and polenta cake

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his simple cake recipe is very similar to shortbread and can be stored for up to three days - so you have plenty of time to enjoy it!

Recipe: Almond and polenta cake

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Orange and polenta cake

Orange and polenta cake
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If you haven't made a Christmas cake yet or fancy a change, try this citrusy confection instead. It's easy to make and will keep for up to a week.

Recipe: Orange and polenta cake

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